LibraryThing:
This is a really fun "cataloging tool". I haven't done any reviews for my books, which is something that a user can do. I'm using it to keep track of what I've read. A really nice feature is that it "tells me" what others who have made the same selections have also read. It's a great idea!
For the library, it would be a great reader's adviser tool.
This is a free tool. The user need only have a user name and password. No privacy issues involved.
Highly recommended!
Saturday, August 25, 2007
#18: Web-based apps
Zoho Writer is fantastic. Again, I am so appreciative for this opportunity to learn. I will really be able to apply this to my life. I used Zoho's "publish" feature to list all of the things that I really like about Zoho. I didn't go into detail about the template feature and why I think it's so great. There are 50 templates for various "life situations". I certainly will point these out to my son...resume, cover letter-all the things that a young man ready to graduate from college and move on to real life will need to know about.
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ZOHO Writer is a wonderful resource:
Tool bar buttoms are pretty similar.
Template library is fantastic
E-mail options are terrific: word file, pdf document, html. Very nice.
Will be so nice to use for my AFP membership files-won't need to download to disk or have my USB drive.
Anyone I wish to have access to my documents will be avail. as a public file-will be able to read as a web page.
#17: Playing around with PBWiki
I had an interesting experience with adding my blog to the favorite blogs page. When I posted it as directed, it did not link to my blog. It just had the info. I entered surrounded by brackets. I tried not putting brackets around my blog and it worked. It links. Will have to find out what went wrong.
#16: Wiki's
Wiki's are a great communication tool, great for sharing information. The drawback of attracting spammers can be controlled by requiring registration and having the user log on before making changes.
Two wiki's that I especially appreciate are the library success wiki. The best practices and great ideas resource for libraries just has unlimited benefits. I also find LISwiki, Library and Information Science wiki a nice tool for the library community. For me it was very helpful in getting a handle on how wiki's are useful.
Two wiki's that I especially appreciate are the library success wiki. The best practices and great ideas resource for libraries just has unlimited benefits. I also find LISwiki, Library and Information Science wiki a nice tool for the library community. For me it was very helpful in getting a handle on how wiki's are useful.
Sunday, August 12, 2007
#15: On Library 2.0 and Web 2.0
I've read all of the perspectives on Library 2.0. The one that I most appreciated was, In a Temporary Place in Time. Dr. Schultz made some interesting points. Her thoughts on the evolution of technology were interesting ones.
As technology advances, the library becomes available to more people and in more ways. Serving patrons outside of the library building has become quite do able. The library has made electronic databases available to patrons where in the past it was avail. from print indexes available only in the library. The electronic databases are evolving all the time. Patrons have access to more databases with more and better information and the option of using them outside of the library. Having access to e-books. Amazing. Students all over Ohio can receive assistance with homework assignments through the know-it-now service. Genealogy patrons across the country have access to information so very quickly. The library website provides patrons with so much information. It's so interesting to see how one thing builds on another. I've only been with the library for 8 years-it's just amazing to me how much technology has evolved in that short span of time.
As technology advances, the library becomes available to more people and in more ways. Serving patrons outside of the library building has become quite do able. The library has made electronic databases available to patrons where in the past it was avail. from print indexes available only in the library. The electronic databases are evolving all the time. Patrons have access to more databases with more and better information and the option of using them outside of the library. Having access to e-books. Amazing. Students all over Ohio can receive assistance with homework assignments through the know-it-now service. Genealogy patrons across the country have access to information so very quickly. The library website provides patrons with so much information. It's so interesting to see how one thing builds on another. I've only been with the library for 8 years-it's just amazing to me how much technology has evolved in that short span of time.
#14 Technorati
I "tried my hand" at Technorati. I found 3,467 blog posts using "learning 2.0". I found 196 blogs about "learning 2.0". Wondering what the difference would be, I entered a"library 2.0" search and found 6,038 blog posts and 225 blogs with "library 2.0".
Looking at some popular blogs, I was amazed to find several "making money online-tips". Does catch your eye. I also found internet duct tape quite interesting.
Looking at some popular blogs, I was amazed to find several "making money online-tips". Does catch your eye. I also found internet duct tape quite interesting.
#13: Del.icio.us
I began this training by viewing the 12 minute tutorial. I had heard or seen the word but didn't know what it was. I also checked out us.ef.ul: A beginners guide to del.icio.us. While I was at it, I also went to the several habits of wildly successful del.icio.us users.
I created a del.icio.us account. Looked at library techtonics: tagging on flickr & del.icio.us.
At this point, I see this as an easy way to creat bookmarks and access them anywhere.
I created a del.icio.us account. Looked at library techtonics: tagging on flickr & del.icio.us.
At this point, I see this as an easy way to creat bookmarks and access them anywhere.
Saturday, August 11, 2007
#12-Rollyo
By now you know that Ireland is my dream vacation spot. When I need a break from reality-this is where I'm at. Now that I know about Rollyo-I'm good to go.
http://www.rollyo.com/index.html
http://www.rollyo.com/index.html
#11-Library Thing
Another fun exercise. It's amazing to me what's out there-and I'm just finding out about it.
http://www.librarything.com/profile/Imaginethatlibrarian
http://www.librarything.com/profile/Imaginethatlibrarian
Monday, August 6, 2007
#9: library related blogs
I have added a few more of these blogs including squidoo's current NY Times bestsellers and also, Shifted Librarian. NPR news is one I added that I think I am going to really enjoy.
I try to keep up a little with my old life-thought the American Dietetic Association website might be able to help me. Since I have allowed my membership in that organization to lapse-it would require I maintain my registration inc. continuing ed. and dues for membership- could not do.
I try to keep up a little with my old life-thought the American Dietetic Association website might be able to help me. Since I have allowed my membership in that organization to lapse-it would require I maintain my registration inc. continuing ed. and dues for membership- could not do.
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Thing 8- RSS & newsreader
Well, I did the tutorials- listened, watched and read all about RSS. I have a blogline account. I subscribed to about 20 feeds. Went back and limited myself to 12. Learning 2.0 blog feed and the PLCMC core competencey blog bring me up to 14. Until about a week ago, I didn't know what RSS was. This is great!
Trouble shooting!!!
I had the absolute worst time with this trading card. I attempted to upload my picture-and it wouldn't. Then, my password for flickr would not work. Talk about frustration!
A less frustrating, more enjoyable computer related experience for me today was the use of our new 4-in-1 functionality print, scan, copy and fax "machine". What a concept! I have to admit I've only used the printer and copy features. I do look forward to using the scan feature. Prior to this 2.0 experience, I don't think I would have had the interest.
A less frustrating, more enjoyable computer related experience for me today was the use of our new 4-in-1 functionality print, scan, copy and fax "machine". What a concept! I have to admit I've only used the printer and copy features. I do look forward to using the scan feature. Prior to this 2.0 experience, I don't think I would have had the interest.
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